Tag: #MakeADifference

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!

7/4/25 Today is Independence Day for the U.S.A., which is a celebration of freedom and independence. I have lived my life with a spirit of independence, which is at least partially responsible for the reason I chose to live in Alaska. When I first… Continue Reading “HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!”

Transitions in Life

6/30/25 I started to write a post yesterday, but there were some technical difficulties. By the time I got things straightened out, it was time to go to work. This morning, I realized there was something that I forgot to include in my last… Continue Reading “Transitions in Life”

It’s Been A While

June 22, 2025 It’s been a long time since I last posted, and a lot has changed. I started a new job, working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Though it can be stressful at times, I… Continue Reading “It’s Been A While”

World Kindness Day

Kindness is choice, and it is a lifestyle… It is the practice or quality of being kind, considerate, or helpful, without expecting anything in return. It is a friendly behavior, showing compassion and mercy. Simply put, it is a state of being or lifestyle.… Continue Reading “World Kindness Day”

Avoiding Division on Social Media

I’d like to share an article written by my friend, Les Ey, regarding the rampant division, anger, and animosity being incited across social media and various news outlets. Avoiding Division on Social Media by Les Ey Since the rise of the internet and social… Continue Reading “Avoiding Division on Social Media”

31 Days to Book Launch!

So, I decided to take a little time off to give my eyes (and brain) a little break. Yeah, right. Let me share with you how that went. The first 2 days, I did actually stay off of the computer, and all other digital… Continue Reading “31 Days to Book Launch!”

MONDAY MOTIVATION #3

What starts with one caring heart can grow into something much larger. Whether it is by means of a financial contribution to a specific cause, or a random act of kindness, or volunteering to do something, our efforts can bring about change.

Pay It Forward Thursday #2

When we make the little acts of kindness a regular habit, we create a change in the world around us, making it a better place for us all.

The Inspiration of Mike Rowe

Inspiration Comes Without Warning… I actually set out to write a totally different post for today, but through the research, I came across something that altered my direction of thought. My original idea was about reviewing the success of a few people that I… Continue Reading “The Inspiration of Mike Rowe”

Words

When folks ask me what I do, I like to say, “I paint pictures with words”. When I write, the words seem to flow from my heart (and a little from my brain) and spill out onto the pages without much effort. Once they… Continue Reading “Words”